Maintenance Mechanic

Novolex•Carrollton, TX

13d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Plant Engineer/Maintenance Manager, this position supports maintenance functions by installing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing production, process, and facility manufacturing equipment onsite, and by modifying, repairing, and performing preventative and predictive maintenance on existing equipment. The Industrial Multi-craft Technician works on production systems including plastic extrusion, converting, pelletizing, and vacuum resin handling, as well as facility equipment such as chillers, air compressors, pumps, blowers, and air conditioners. The technician uses Maximo, a computerized maintenance management system, to schedule work, track parts, record hours, and plan future work. Safety is essential in all work performed by the technician and those around them. The role is based in Carrollton, Texas, with a Wednesday–Saturday overnight shift from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The starting rate is $28.00–$32.00 per hour based on experience, plus a $1.50 night shift premium. Overtime may be required to complete repairs on down equipment.

Requirements

Eligible to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Able to work overtime as required.
Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
High school graduate or GED required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance or production environment.
Background with manufacturing methods and process improvement programs and procedures required.
Experience operating forklift equipment.
Familiarity with OSHA and GMP standards and requirements.
Computer skills.
Maintain a strong focus on safety.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree preferred; years of experience may be considered instead.
Electrical training or experience with 480 three-phase systems and machine controls preferred.
Experience with VFD drives and PLCs is a plus.
Previous experience in mechanical, electrical, and/or blown film industries strongly preferred.
Skills in one or more of the listed areas: machining, pipefitting, electro-pneumatic troubleshooting, mechanical troubleshooting, machine assembly and installation, welding, brazing, burning, part rebuilding, building repair and general maintenance, machine overhaul, air compressor maintenance, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair bag machinery and support equipment as directed by the maintenance supervisor.
Follow safe work procedures, including Lock Out/Tag Out and confined-space procedures.
Repair machine defects discovered outside scheduled maintenance when identified.
Report defects that cannot be corrected during repairs to the Maintenance Manager.
Maintain proper housekeeping at the job site.
Improve skills through training or on-the-job experience.
Assist fellow mechanics and other employees as needed.
Work required overtime to complete repairs on down equipment.
Perform work promptly to minimize machine downtime.
Complete repairs carefully with a zero-defect mindset and ask questions when unfamiliar with a repair or procedure.
Install, troubleshoot, diagnose, modify, repair, and perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment.
Use Maximo to schedule work, track parts, record hours worked, and plan future work.